Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 22.3 cm
Width - 18 cm
Depth - 5.2 cm
Weight 290 g 244 g Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Matte black | Limestone
Body Material - Stainless steel, aluminium, polymer
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950N1 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation.
Sensitivity - 91 dB/mW
Impedance - 20 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Controls Volume control Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - braided fabric - 1.25 m
Micro-USB charge cable - detachable - 25 cm
Cable Length - 1.25 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 600 mAh
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 19 hour(s) Sony MDR XB950N1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Power input (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H4 2nd Generation
Included Accessories Carrying pouch -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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